The data dictionary provides the record layout for the data fields that are included in the data export from nFORM.
This page includes information and tools to support you in using nFORM 2.0. If you need additional help after reviewing these resources, you may request technical assistance by submitting a ticket in nFORM 2.0 to the nFORM help desk.
Please contact your grantee organization's site administrator(s) for help with log in issues including locked accounts and resetting passwords. Site administrators should leave a voice mail for Mathematica at 844-619-6841 if they are also unable to log into nFORM.
The CQI Resources page includes more information on using nFORM 2.0 and other data for program improvement
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Detailed Instructions
- This manual provides step-by-step instructions for using nFORM. nFORM 2.0 User Manual
- This manual describes best practices for collecting data with nFORM. Performance Measures and Data Collection Logistics Manual
- This is a PDF of privacy information to provide to clients. View Privacy Statement
Data Dictionary
- This document provides the record layout for the data fields that are included in the data export from nFORM. View Data Dictionary
Training Video
- This training video describes best practices to follow to keep data secure. Keeping Data Secure
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- Jun 2025
This template displays the nFORM 2.0 data export layout, and includes sample data and tips on how to use the nFORM 2.0 data export. Grantees may use this resource as a reference for using nFORM 2.0 data for program operations, monitoring, and improvement. This resource also includes which tabs of the data dictionary to reference when reviewing the data.
Jun 2025This FEDTalk describes OFA’s expectations for hiring key project positions. Along with sample job descriptions, ACF’s guidance includes information on the skills and experiences to focus on when hiring a Project Director, Project Manager, Financial Officer, and Data Manager.
Mar 2023The nFORM Team provides a deep dive into the data export and data dictionary, and provides tips on how to use the data for program monitoring.
Dec 2022This tip sheet on user accounts describes the three account types a user could have in nFORM 2.0. The tip sheet summarizes the features and functions of each type of account, and describes points to consider about user accounts.
Apr 2021This training video walks through the steps for creating and managing user accounts in nFORM.
Apr 2021